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Horncastle

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Horncastle

Horncastle is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Woodhall Spa, 28km from Lincoln Cathedral.

Horncastle is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 6,815, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Horncastle sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Horncastle to your route.

About Horncastle

Horncastle is a market town and civil parish in the East Lindsey district in Lincolnshire, England. It is 17 miles (27 km) east of Lincoln. Its population was 6,815 at the 2011 census, growing to an estimated 7,123 in 2019 and recorded as 7,291 in the 2021 census. A section of the ancient Roman walls remains.

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Horncastle offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Horncastle located?

Horncastle is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.2077 latitude, -0.1172 longitude.

What is the population of Horncastle?

Horncastle has a population of approximately 6,815 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
6,815
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
53.2077, -0.1172

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Horncastle

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Cadwell Park

Known as the mini-Nurburgring, this Lincolnshire circuit features dramatic hills including The Mountain where bikes and cars go airborne.

12 km · about 25 min drive

cathedral

Lincoln Cathedral

Stunning Gothic cathedral that was the tallest building in the world for over 200 years, dominating the Lincoln skyline from its hilltop perch.

28 km · about 30 min drive

racetrack

PF International Kart Circuit

One of the world's leading kart tracks, in Lincolnshire, host of the CIK-FIA World Karting Championship and the track where many British Formula One drivers began.

41 km · about 45 min drive

bridge

Humber Bridge

Vast single-span suspension bridge over the Humber estuary near Hull: the world's longest of its kind for 16 years after opening in 1981, with a 2.2km crossing that still feels like flying over water.

60 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Horncastle

  • 60 kmHumber BridgeVast single-span suspension bridge over the Humber estuary near Hull: the world's longest of its kind for 16 years after opening in 1981, with a 2.2km crossing that still feels like flying over water.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Horncastle.

Woodhall Spa

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 4,331

Coningsby

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Burwell

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Spilsby

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15 km awayPop. 3,440

Wragby

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15 km awayPop. 1,768

Stickney

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15 km awayPop. 1,127

Billinghay

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18 km awayPop. 2,046

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